Vehicle Standards Assessor – Scotland

Location: Dundee, Glasgow, Perth

Salary:  £31,597, Advertised salary is inclusive of a base salary of £26,607 and £4,990 of allowances which consists of: Technical - £2,590, Flexibility - £2,400. A fully insured and taxed lease car is also provided.

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Flexible working, Full-time, Part-time

Closing date: 23^rd March 2026

Job summary

Vehicle Standards Assessors use their technical knowledge and experience to recognise defects in heavy goods vehicles when they are presented for annual test (MOT). They can then determine whether they will pass the test and be legally compliant. By doing this they contribute to road safety by protecting the public from unsafe vehicles. 

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) helps keep Britain moving, safely and sustainably. We do this by helping people through a lifetime of safe and sustainable journeys, helping them keep their vehicles safe to drive, and protecting them from unsafe drivers and vehicles. 

We’re working hard to:  

• Make roads safer
• Improve services for our customers
• Make road transport greener and healthier
• Harness the potential of technology and data
• Grow and level up the economy 

Job description

As a Vehicle Standards Assessor, you will:

• Carry out MOT tests and associated schemes.
• Record test information and results, and issue documentation.
• Offer advice on vehicle safety
• Ensure larger vehicles are safe to be on Britain’s roads.
• Contribute to the safety of all road users.
• Travel to several 3rd party testing facilities.
• Work flexibly with the scheduling team, colleagues and the wider business to deliver excellent customer service
• Take part in regular team meetings

Person specification

Essential licenses:

1. A full UK driving license

You will be required to provide evidence that you hold any essential qualifications/licenses at some point during the recruitment process. If you cannot provide evidence, your application will be withdrawn.

Required experience:

To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience:

1. A minimum of 3 years hands-on experience in the repair, maintenance or inspection of at least one type of road vehicle, e.g. car, HGV, PSV.
2. You will need good customer service skills.

The requirement to have a minimum of 3 years’ experience is detailed in the EU Directive.

You should already hold, or willing to work towards relevant qualifications in motor vehicle repair ie. iRTEC or IMI

Visa Sponsorship

Please note that we do not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker Licence sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. Candidates must ensure they have the appropriate rights to work in the UK before application.

Licences

A full UK driving license

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Making Effective Decisions
• Communicating and Influencing
• Managing a Quality Service

Benefits

• Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave).
• 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday.
• Access to the staff discount portal.
• Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc.
• Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.
• Latest IT and Tech devices e.g. smartphone and laptop
• All PPE, uniform, tools and equipment is provided.
• A fully insured and taxed lease car, which is for both work and personal use. Other running costs are also covered.  You can also have up to two additional drivers use the vehicle.
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.
• Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

https://www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/index.cgi?SID=cGFnZWNsYXNzPUpvYnMmb3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZzZWFyY2hwYWdlPTEmc2VhcmNoc29ydD1jbG9zaW5nJnBhZ2VhY3Rpb249dmlld3ZhY2J5am9ibGlzdCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZqb2JsaXN0X3ZpZXdfdmFjPTE5ODkxMzUmdXNlcnNlYXJjaGNvbnRleHQ9MTc2MzI4MjI0JnJlcXNpZz0xNzcyNDQ0MjM3LWJkNmRjZGEzNWY3NTU5NGZlMWFhZWVkMmEwNTk2ZGI0YTU2ZjVmODU=

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